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When autumn comes, protection from any earlier COVID-19 vaccination you may have had will be starting to wane. For those who are more likely to become seriously ill from COVID-19, the NHS offers a free vaccine in the autumn, previously known as the ‘Autumn Booster’. Read the new post: https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2026/09/09/whos-eligible-for-the-2026-covid-19-vaccine-or-autumn-booster/

As children head back to school and we move closer to winter, now is a good time to familiarise ourselves with some of the common illnesses that can cause disruption to children’s time in school during the colder months. Read the new post: https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2026/08/28/a-guide-to-keeping-kids-healthy-this-school-year-for-parents-and-carers/

New and updated items first; a quiet week after bank holiday The worst of the heatwaves are over? No days are forecast for over 25* for the next fortnight. We hope there’ll be no more tragedies in the seas, rivers and other water. We also hope there’ll be no more derailments. May and June saw … Continue reading An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group

Flu season is approaching, and some people can already book their free NHS flu vaccine. Here’s everything you need to know about who can get vaccinated this year and what’s changed since last autumn.  Read the new post: https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2026/08/27/your-guide-to-whos-eligible-for-the-autumn-2026-flu-vaccine/

Salmonella is the group of bacteria behind one of the most common types of food poisoning in the UK, and while for most people it means a few unpleasant days at home, for others it can lead to serious illness. With UKHSA currently helping to investigate a national outbreak that may be linked to eggs … Continue reading What is Salmonella and what can you do to avoid catching it?

Are you worried about someone’s relationship, for example: - their relationship doesn’t feel safe or healthy - you’ve noticed changes in their behaviour - you’ve seen or heard things that don’t feel right Trust your instincts, support is available for you.Supporting someone in an abusive relationship can feel overwhelming You might not know what to … Continue reading Step by Step Supporting you to Support Them

Updated and new items first Amber and Yellow heat alerts have been perpetual this week. Train derailment has come to Wickford. Recent Essex coastal tragedies are in our thoughts. 2,877 excess deaths have been caused by May and June heatwaves. Heat health warnings continue. At time of writing the latest is Yellow Alert for 0900 … Continue reading An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group

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